Godot set his lips Pagemaker set a tone Oh how long Penelope had waited They were milling amongst Their intrepid histories Pulling scenes and constructs from the past Patching together justifications On the edges somber souls danced Repetitive steps that bound them to the master Godot smiled bitterly Holding firmly the blade If only the script allowed Someone to sever every tether From now to eternity Oh how long Penelope had waited